Pakistan features diverse landforms, from mountains to deserts, each with its own ecological and geographical significance. This MCQ set covers the key landforms and their role in shaping the country’s geography. Study the varied and unique landforms across Pakistan.
Which is the highest mountain peak in Pakistan and the second highest peak in the world?
a) Nanga Parbat
b) K2
c) Gasherbrum I
d) Broad Peak
Which is the longest river in Pakistan that flows through the country and empties into the Arabian Sea?
a) Ravi River
b) Sutlej River
c) Indus River
d) Jhelum River
Which is the largest desert in Pakistan, known for its arid climate and sparse vegetation?
a) Thar Desert
b) Cholistan Desert
c) Thal Desert
d) Kharan Desert
Which is the largest natural lake in Pakistan, located in Gilgit-Baltistan?
a) Keenjhar Lake
b) Saif-ul-Malook Lake
c) Hanna Lake
d) Manchar Lake
Which is the longest glacier in Pakistan and the second longest glacier outside the Earth’s polar regions?
a) Siachen Glacier
b) Batura Glacier
c) Hispar Glacier
d) Baltoro Glacier
Which is the highest plateau in Pakistan, known for its unique landscape and diverse wildlife?
a) Potwar Plateau
b) Potohar Plateau
c) Deosai Plains
d) Balochistan Plateau
Which is the largest natural salt mine in Pakistan, known for its production of edible salt and various other salt products?
a) Khewra Salt Mine
b) Kalabagh Salt Mine
c) Warcha Salt Mine
d) Bahadur Khel Salt Mine
Which is the largest canyon in Pakistan, known for its steep and narrow cliffs, and the Indus River flows through it?
a) Haro Canyon
b) Toi Canyon
c) Shigar Canyon
d) Indus Gorge
Which is the highest peak in the Suleman Mountain Range in Pakistan, known for its unique geological features and diverse flora and fauna?
a) Takht-e-Sulaiman
b) Sulaiman Peak
c) Kaisaghar Peak
d) Chiltan Peak
Which is the largest natural reservoir in Pakistan, located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and known for its scenic beauty and diverse aquatic life?
a) Mangla Reservoir
b) Rawal Lake
c) Khanpur Dam
d) Tarbela Dam
Which is the highest pass in Pakistan, located in the Karakoram Range and connecting Pakistan with China?
a) Khyber Pass
b) Khunjerab Pass
c) Lowari Pass
d) Malakand Pass
Which is the largest alluvial plain in Pakistan, known for its fertile soil and agricultural productivity?
a) Cholistan Plain
b) Pothohar Plateau
c) Thal Desert
d) Indus Plain
Which is the largest alluvial fan in Pakistan, known for its unique geological features and its role in shaping the surrounding landscape?
a) Tarbela Alluvial Fan
b) Gomal Alluvial Fan
c) Haro River Alluvial Fan
d) Bolan Alluvial Fan
Which is the highest peak in the Salt Range of Pakistan, known for its historical significance and religious importance?
a) Kala Chitta Peak
b) Tilla Jogian
c) Sakaser Peak
d) Pabbar Peak
Which is the largest delta in Pakistan, formed at the mouth of the Indus River where it flows into the Arabian Sea?
a) Miani Hor Delta
b) Korangi Creek Delta
c) Indus Delta
d) Hub River Delta
Which is the largest island in Pakistan, located in the Arabian Sea and known for its diverse marine life and ecosystems?
a) Astola Island
b) Bundal Island
c) Baba Island
d) Shams Pir Island
Which is the highest waterfall in Pakistan, known for its picturesque views and scenic beauty?
a) Pir Ghaib Waterfall
b) Manthoka Waterfall
c) Neela Wahn Waterfall
d) Sajikot Waterfall
Which is the largest peninsula in Pakistan, known for its strategic location and its role in the country’s maritime trade?
a) Gwadar Peninsula
b) Kalmat Peninsula
c) Ormara Peninsula
d) Sonmiani Peninsula
Which is the largest natural cave in Pakistan, known for its unique rock formations and historical significance?
a) Kot Diji Cave
b) Mangla Cave
c) Shah Allah Ditta Cave
d) Ongar Cave
Which is the largest mountain pass in Pakistan, known for its strategic importance and its role in the region’s historical trade routes?
a) Khunjerab Pass
b) Babusar Pass
c) Lowari Pass
d) Shandur Pass
Which is the largest sand dune in Pakistan, known for its shifting sands and unique desert landscape?
a) Pirkoh Dune
b) Thal Desert Dune
c) Kharan Desert Dune
d) Cholistan Desert Dune
Which is the largest gorge in Pakistan, known for its rugged cliffs and the flow of the Indus River through it?
a) Shigar Gorge
b) Toi Gorge
c) Astore Gorge
d) Indus Gorge
Which is the highest peak in the Hindu Kush Range in Pakistan, known for its challenging terrain and its role in mountaineering expeditions?
a) Tirich Mir
b) Noshaq
c) Istor-o-Nal
d) Ghent Kangri
Which is the largest sandstone ridge in Pakistan, known for its unique geological formations and its role in shaping the surrounding landscape?
a) Soan Ridge
b) Margalla Ridge
c) Sulaiman Range
d) Toba Kakar Range
Which is the largest valley in Pakistan, known for its picturesque landscapes and lush greenery?
a) Swat Valley
b) Kaghan Valley
c) Chitral Valley
d) Hunza Valley
Which is the largest peninsula in Pakistan, known for its unique geographical features and its role in the country’s maritime trade?
a) Gwadar Peninsula
b) Kalmat Peninsula
c) Ormara Peninsula
d) Sonmiani Peninsula
Which is the highest pass in the Hindu Kush Range, known for its challenging terrain and its role in the historical trade routes of the region?
a) Dorah Pass
b) Shandur Pass
c) Broghil Pass
d) Khawak Pass
Which is the largest alluvial terrace in Pakistan, known for its fertile soil and its role in agricultural production?
a) Indus Terrace
b) Jhelum Terrace
c) Chenab Terrace
d) Ravi Terrace
Which is the highest peak in the Salt Range of Pakistan, known for its unique geological formations and its historical significance?
a) Kala Chitta Peak
b) Tilla Jogian
c) Sakaser Peak
d) Pabbar Peak
Which is the highest waterfall in Pakistan, known for its stunning views and its role in promoting tourism in the region?
a) Pir Ghaib Waterfall
b) Manthoka Waterfall
c) Neela Wahn Waterfall
d) Sajikot Waterfall
Which is the largest alluvial fan in Pakistan, known for its unique geological features and its role in shaping the landscape of the surrounding area?
a) Tarbela Alluvial Fan
b) Gomal Alluvial Fan
c) Haro River Alluvial Fan
d) Bolan Alluvial Fan
Which is the highest pass in the Karakoram Range, known for its challenging terrain and its role in the historical trade routes between Pakistan and China?
a) Khunjerab Pass
b) Karakoram Pass
c) Mintaka Pass
d) Mustagh Pass
Which is the largest glacier in the Hindu Kush Range, known for its unique geological features and its role in shaping the landscape of the region?
a) Batura Glacier
b) Yasin Glacier
c) Darkot Glacier
d) Ghulkin Glacier
Which is the largest natural cave in Pakistan, known for its historical significance and its unique rock formations?
a) Kot Diji Cave
b) Mangla Cave
c) Shah Allah Ditta Cave
d) Ongar Cave
Which is the highest mountain pass in Pakistan, known for its challenging terrain and its role in the historical trade routes of the region?
a) Khunjerab Pass
b) Babusar Pass
c) Lowari Pass
d) Shandur Pass
Which is the highest peak in the Karakoram Range in Pakistan, known for its challenging terrain and its role in mountaineering expeditions?
a) K2
b) Broad Peak
c) Gasherbrum I
d) Masherbrum
Which is the largest alluvial plain in Pakistan, known for its fertile soil and its role in agricultural production?
a) Cholistan Plain
b) Pothohar Plateau
c) Thal Desert
d) Indus Plain
Which is the highest peak in the Hindu Kush Range, known for its challenging terrain and its role in mountaineering expeditions?
a) Tirich Mir
b) Noshaq
c) Istor-o-Nal
d) Ghent Kangri
Which is the highest peak in the Karakoram Range, known for its challenging terrain and its role in mountaineering expeditions?
a) K2
b) Broad Peak
c) Gasherbrum I
d) Masherbrum
Which is the highest mountain pass in Pakistan, known for its challenging terrain and its role in the historical trade routes of the region?
a) Khunjerab Pass
b) Babusar Pass
c) Lowari Pass
d) Shandur Pass
Which is the highest peak in the Salt Range of Pakistan, known for its unique geological formations and its historical significance?
a) Kala Chitta Peak
b) Tilla Jogian
c) Sakaser Peak
d) Pabbar Peak
Which is the highest peak in the Suleman Mountain Range in Pakistan, known for its unique geological features and diverse flora and fauna?
a) Takht-e-Sulaiman
b) Sulaiman Peak
c) Kaisaghar Peak
d) Chiltan Peak
Which is the largest alluvial fan in Pakistan, known for its unique geological features and its role in shaping the landscape of the surrounding area?
a) Tarbela Alluvial Fan
b) Gomal Alluvial Fan
c) Haro River Alluvial Fan
d) Bolan Alluvial Fan
Which is the largest delta in Pakistan, known for its fertile soil and its role in the region’s agricultural production?
a) Miani Hor Delta
b) Korangi Creek Delta
c) Indus Delta
d) Hub River Delta
Which is the largest island in Pakistan, located in the Arabian Sea and known for its diverse marine life and ecosystems?
a) Astola Island
b) Bundal Island
c) Baba Island
d) Shams Pir Island
Which is the highest mountain peak in Pakistan and the second-highest in the world?
a) K2
b) Nanga Parbat
c) Broad Peak
d) Gasherbrum I
Which is the longest glacier in Pakistan and the second-longest glacier outside the polar regions?
a) Siachen Glacier
b) Batura Glacier
c) Baltoro Glacier
d) Hispar Glacier
Which is the largest desert in Pakistan, situated in the southeastern part of the country?
a) Thar Desert
b) Cholistan Desert
c) Thal Desert
d) Kharan Desert
Which is the largest natural lake in Pakistan, located in Gilgit-Baltistan?
a) Keenjhar Lake
b) Saif-ul-Malook Lake
c) Hanna Lake
d) Manchar Lake
Which is the largest artificial lake in Pakistan, created by the construction of the Tarbela Dam?
a) Rawal Lake
b) Mangla Lake
c) Khanpur Lake
d) Hub Lake
Which is the longest river in Pakistan, flowing from the Himalayas to the Arabian Sea?
a) Chenab River
b) Jhelum River
c) Indus River
d) Ravi River
Which is the highest plateau in Pakistan, situated in the northern areas of the country?
a) Deosai Plains
b) Potohar Plateau
c) Potwar Plateau
d) Thal Plateau
Which is the largest cave in Pakistan, located in the Harnai District of Balochistan?
a) Takht Bhai Caves
b) Uchhali Complex
c) Kund Malir Cave
d) Gondrani Caves
Which is the largest salt mine in Pakistan, located in the Punjab province?
a) Khewra Salt Mine
b) Kalabagh Salt Mines
c) Warcha Salt Mines
d) Jhimpir Salt Mines
Which is the largest plain in Pakistan, located in the Punjab province?
a) Pothohar Plateau
b) Indus Plain
c) Thal Desert
d) Sindh Sagar Doab
Which is the highest peak in the Suleman Mountain Range, situated in Balochistan?
a) Zarghun Ghar
b) Takht-e-Sulaiman
c) Toba Kakar
d) Kaisargarh
Which is the largest valley in Pakistan, located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region?
a) Kaghan Valley
b) Hunza Valley
c) Swat Valley
d) Neelum Valley
Which is the largest mountain pass in Pakistan, connecting Chitral to the Swat Valley?
a) Lowari Pass
b) Shandur Pass
c) Malakand Pass
d) Khyber Pass
Which is the largest river delta in Pakistan, formed by the Indus River as it empties into the Arabian Sea?
a) Indus River Delta
b) Hingol Delta
c) Hub River Delta
d) Dasht River Delta
Which is the highest point in the Kirthar Mountain Range, located in Sindh?
a) Kutte Ji Qabar
b) Mount Makran
c) Gorakh Hill
d) Mount Bhambore
Which is the largest canyon in Pakistan, known for its spectacular landscapes and steep cliffs?
a) Hingol Canyon
b) Haro River Canyon
c) Sulaiman Mountain Canyon
d) Bolan Canyon
Which is the largest hill station in Pakistan, known for its pleasant climate and natural beauty?
a) Murree
b) Nathiagali
c) Ayubia
d) Ziarat
Which is the largest national park in Pakistan, known for its diverse wildlife and natural beauty?
a) Hingol National Park
b) Ayubia National Park
c) Khunjerab National Park
d) Deosai National Park
Which is the largest island in Pakistan, located in the Arabian Sea?
a) Astola Island
b) Baba Island
c) Manora Island
d) Bundal Island
Which is the largest water reservoir in Pakistan, formed by the construction of the Mangla Dam?
a) Tarbela Reservoir
b) Khanpur Dam
c) Hub Dam
d) Mangla Reservoir
Which is the highest waterfall in Pakistan, located in the Shigar Valley of Gilgit-Baltistan?
a) Naran-Kaghan Waterfall
b) Shingrai Waterfall
c) Manthokha Waterfall
d) Gulpur Waterfall
Which is the largest natural park in Pakistan, known for its diverse flora and fauna?
a) Ayubia National Park
b) Lal Suhanra National Park
c) Hazarganji-Chiltan National Park
d) Kirthar National Park
Which is the largest glacier in the Karakoram Range, located in Gilgit-Baltistan?
a) Siachen Glacier
b) Hispar Glacier
c) Biafo Glacier
d) Chiantar Glacier
Which is the largest wetland in Pakistan, known for its rich biodiversity and ecological significance?
a) Tanda Dam
b) Chotiari Reservoir
c) Uchhali Complex
d) Hadero Lake
Which is the highest lake in Pakistan, located in the Skardu District of Gilgit-Baltistan?
a) Karambar Lake
b) Sheosar Lake
c) Satpara Lake
d) Rush Lake
Which is the largest sand dune in Pakistan, situated in the Tharparkar District of Sindh?
a) Bhit Shah Sand Dune
b) Naukot Sand Dune
c) Nagarparkar Sand Dune
d) Rohri Sand Dune
Which is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Pakistan, known for its conservation efforts and protection of endangered species?
a) Khunjerab National Park
b) Lal Suhanra National Park
c) Ziarat Juniper Forest
d) Hingol National Park
Which is the highest peak in the Hindu Kush Range, located in Chitral District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
a) Terich Mir
b) Trich Mir
c) Pir Sar
d) Noshaq
Which is the largest hot spring in Pakistan, known for its therapeutic properties and natural beauty?
a) Chashma Barrage
b) Tatta Pani
c) Manchar Lake
d) Jabban Hot Springs
Which is the largest rock formation in Pakistan, known for its unique geological structure and historical significance?
a) Ranikot Fort
b) Gorakh Hill
c) Kirthar Range
d) Potohar Plateau
Which is the highest battlefield in the world, situated in the Siachen Glacier region of Gilgit-Baltistan?
a) Kargil
b) Dras
c) Batalik
d) Gyari
Which is the largest beach in Pakistan, known for its beautiful coastline and recreational activities?
a) Gadani Beach
b) Hawke’s Bay Beach
c) Sandspit Beach
d) French Beach
Which is the highest peak in the Sulaiman Range, located in Balochistan?
a) Mount Takht
b) Mount Sikaram
c) Mount Betmarik
d) Mount Zarghun
Which is the largest mountain pass in the Karakoram Range, connecting Gilgit to Xinjiang, China?
a) Khunjerab Pass
b) Mintaka Pass
c) Karakoram Pass
d) Mustagh Pass
Which is the largest waterfall in Pakistan, located in the Swat Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
a) Behrain Waterfall
b) Mahodand Waterfall
c) Madyan Waterfall
d) Chail Waterfall